Repairs, Paint
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Repair stages
A repair painting is done on an already existing paint layer. Necessary repair procedures are dependent on the respective dimension and degree of damage.
Repair-Paint - S 2
- Surface paint and paint structure in good shape. Paint only in the top coat area.
- The work to be completed includes cleaning the existing painted surface, sanding, application of the top coat and oven drying, including smaller sanded through areas.
Repair-Paint - S 3
- The complete paint structure is 50% smaller than the paint surface, for example adhesion defects, rust removal or filler paste work.
- Work to be completed includes a complete paint structure up to a surface of up to 50%. Painting in the recesses is included.
Repair-Paint - S 4
- The complete paint structure is 50% greater than the paint surface, for example adhesion defects, rust removal or filler paste work.
- Work to be completed includes a complete paint structure with a surface greater than 50%. Painting in the recesses is included.
Calculating the procedure times
- All time frames for component labor operations are based on work procedures for two layer finishes.
For three layer finishes
- A 30% surcharge must be applied for procedures with difficult intermediate sanding steps as for example with high glass finishes. Special positions must be calculated in a separate labor operation/procedure time.
- Additionally, different intermediate steps may be necessary depending on the base and component conditions, removed or installed. You can find different positions with the same paint level in the labor operations information for this. Pay attention to respective texts covering the topics.
See Refer to PAINT LAYERS - OVERVIEW AND STEPS .